This is where you will see info on activities organized by the various Armenian organizations in Ottawa, including the Armenian Cultural Association of Ottawa, Armenian Cultural Foundation of Ottawa, Armenian Relief Society Sevan Chapter, St. Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church of Ottawa, and Ararat Armenian School of Ottawa.
RECURRING EVENTS
ARARAT ARMENIAN SCHOOL
Classes: September 2026 to June 2027
Association des Communautés Francophones d’Ottawa (ACFO)
International Languages Program (ILP)
181 Donald Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1K 1N1 Canada
DIVINE LITURGY / SOURP BADARAK
Sundays @ 12:00 Noon
St. Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church of Ottawa
5065 Thunder Rd, Carlsbad Springs, ON K0A 1K0
Recent Events
ACAO/ACFO ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (2026)
The following members were elected to the Executive of the ACAO-ACFO during the meeting held on 20 September 2026, and positions have been assigned.
ACAO/ACFO ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (2025)
This was a virtual meeting held on 11 August 2025.
Community Picnic/Barbeque and Blessing of the Flags Ceremony
Ottawa Armenian Community Centre
5065 Thunder Road, Carlsbad Springs, Ontario
ARARAT ARMENIAN SCHOOL – STUDENT REGISTRATIONS
Registrations: Continuing Online
181 Donald Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1K 1N1, Canada
PAST EVENTS
Ararat Armenian School 35th Anniversary Celebration
The official celebration to commemorate the 35th Anniversary of the Ararat Armenian School of Ottawa was held on June 10, 2012. On a magnificent sunny Sunday in the school auditorium of the Montfort Catholic School, the community members, old and new, came together to recall the reminiscences over the life of the school. Started in 1977, under the umbrella of the initiatives of the Armenian Cultural Association of Ottawa (ACAO), a group of dedicated community members had recognized the need to establish an Armenian school in their small community. Through the years as the numbers have grown, the Association has kept its commitment and support to the school, so that the children of the Armenian community of Ottawa may be provided with the opportunity for the introduction to the learning of our alphabet, reading and writing, and history, and equally important, to create occasions to strengthen their Armenian identity, through creating lifelong lasting friendships. The school has proven to be a significant and valuable dynamic in the Armenian community of Ottawa by bringing students and their parents together to meet each Sunday. It was and still continues to be the custom that while the students are in class, many of the parents and members of the Ottawa Armenian community gather in an adjacent hall to meet and build sense of community and enrich their Armenian heritage.
To mark this special occasion the current students of the Ararat School had prepared their end of year “hantes” for the community to enjoy. The enthusiastic audience, filled with parents and special guests, former students and teachers and members of the community were treated to a full and rich performance, of poetry, song, dance, and drama. Each student had an individual part and performance in the program. The high note of the day, which brought all the children on stage at the same time was a historical staging. The stage was full, with a painting of our beloved Ararat mountain standing tall behind all the children who were all in beautiful costumes, together presenting the story of “Kach Nazar.” This theatrical play performance showcased all the talents of all the students. Bravo.
Mrs. Maria Yeganian, wife of the Ambassador of the Embassy of the Republic of Armenia to Canada was a special guest of the day. She presented her kind words of congratulations and encouragement on the occasion of the 35th Anniversary and graciously took part in the diploma ceremony following the hantes.
Also present for this event, and representing Bishop Bagrat Galstanian, Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of Canada, was Deacon Ivan Gyadayan, who presented each student with a miniature wooden cross that he had brought especially for the children, from the Armenian Seminary in Jerusalem.
Mrs. Arakel Levonian, the first principal of the Ararat School of Ottawa, was present and shared her recollections and good wishes for the future of the school.
A sumptuous hospitality table was prepared, and all present were invited to take part. During this time, to the delight of the community, a slide show was shown, to give a picture of the life of the Ararat School over the years and allow opportunity to mingle and exchange memories. Thank you to all who made this special day possible.
Ottawa Armenian Community Annual Christmas Ball 2026
Ottawa Armenian Community Banquet Dinner Fundraising for Artsakh
SEPTEMBER 2018 to AUGUST 2019
JOELLE CONCERT
Ararat Armenian School
02 June 2019
ST. MESROB 40th ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION BANQUET
Hellenic Meeting & Reception Centre
25 May 2019
A.R.S. MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION
KS Restaurent
09 May 2019
ARARAT SCHOOL PERFORMANCE
Alta Vista Retirement Residence
28 April 2019
ARMENIAN GENOCIDE REMEMBRANCE DAY
Embassy of the Republic of Armenia – Canadian Parliament Grounds
Wednesday 24 APRIL 2019
CANDLELIT WALK TO HONOUR THE VICTIMS OF ARMENIAN GENOCIDE
Canadian Tribute to Human Rights Monument – Embassy of the Republic of Armenia
23 April 2019
A.R.S. MID-LENT DINNER
Sts. Peter & Paul Melkite Catholic Church
23 March 2019
OTTAWA ARMENIAN CHRISTMAS ANNUAL BALL
Hellenic Meeting & Reception Centre
05 January 2019
A.R.S. ANNUAL BAKE SALE & BAZAAR
Hintonburg Community Centre
08 December 2018
MARTEN YORGANTZ CONCERT
Ararat Armenian School
03 December 2018
HALLOWEEN/GHAPAMA CELEBRATION
Ararat Armenian School
28 October 2018
ACAO/ACFO ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The Annual General Meeting of ACAO/ACFO elected the following Executive for 2018-2019
Shaghig Reynolds – President
Marianne Ortchanian – Vice President
Karen Koundakjian – Secretary
Bedros Tchobanian – Treasurer
Ani Malek – Advisor / Ararat Armenian School Liaison
Sylvia Balabanian – Advisor
Anoush Terjanian – Advisor
ARARAT ARMENIAN SCHOOL – STUDENT REGISTRATIONS
Ararat Armenian School of Ottawa has 1 teacher and students between the ages of 5 and 14. Due to the varying ages of the students, there is a need to create another class, acquire another teacher, and divide the students into appropriate age groups. We are inviting parents who have children, or know of students in this age group (Kindergarden to grade 9) to please register them at our school by contacting either the Ararat Armenian School Teachers (araratarmenianschool@gmail.com) or the ACAO Executive (acao.acfo@gmail.com).
ARARAT ARMENIAN SCHOOL OF OTTAWA – HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT VOLUNTEERS
Ararat Armenian School of Ottawa is looking for student volunteers attending high school.
Any high school student requiring to perform and complete volunteer work as part of their high school curriculum, is welcome to contact the Ararat Armenian School Teachers (araratarmenianschool@gmail.com) or the ACAO Executive (acao.acfo@gmail.com) to discuss their requirement and how they can volunteer and help the school teachers with various activities, and at the same time complete their high school volunteer hours.
SEPTEMBER 2018 & EARLIER
ACAO/ACFO Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of ACAO/ACFO held on 15 October 2017 re-elected the following Executive for 2017-2018
Varouj Boyadjian (Returning President)
Pascal Bandek, Vice-President
Berj Zakarian, Advisor
Raffi Kadehjian, Secretary
Bedros Tchobanian, Treasurer
ARARAT ARMENIAN SCHOOL – STUDENT REGISTRATIONS
Ararat Armenian School of Ottawa has 2 teachers and 37 students between the ages of 5 and 14, divided into 2 classrooms. Due to the varying ages of the students, there is a need to create another class, acquire a third teacher, and divide the students into appropriate age groups. However, to acquire a third teacher, the school board requires that the total number of registered students must be at least 45. We are inviting parents who have children, or know of students in this age group (Kindergarden to grade 9) to please register them at our school by contacting either the Ararat Armenian School Teachers (araratarmenianschool@gmail.com) or the ACAO Executive (acao.acfo@gmail.com).
ARMENIAN GENOCIDE REMEMBRANCE DAY
Embassy of the Republic of Armenia – Canadian Parliament Grounds
Tuesday 24 APRIL 2018
TKANKSGIVING DINNER
DIVINE LITURGY
ARMENIAN RELIEF SOCIETY “SEVAN” CHAPTER
The Annual General Meeting of A.R.S. “Sevan” Chapter took place on 12 September 2017 and re-elected the following Executive for 2017-2018:
Sonia Bézikian Mouaikel. Chair
Vanda Kahkedjian Saghdejian, Vice chair
Nectar Badashian Zakarian, Treasurer
Maral Kaloustian Kadehjian, Secretary
Zarouhie Babikian Hodgins, Advisor
Patricia Mouaikel McInnis, Advisor
Talin Shirikjian Bandik, Advisor
ARARAT Armenian School
Ararat Armenian School classes for the 2017-2018 school year commenced on Sunday, 24 24 September 2017.
Everyone interested in learning Armenian is welcome!
Location: 181 Donald Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1K1N1
Day: Sunday
Time: 10:30AM to 12:30PM
Ararat Armenian School 40 Year Anniversary Celebration & Hantes
Friday 09 June 2017 @ 6:00 PM
St. Elias Banquet Centre, 750 Ridgewood Avenue, Ottawa
Appetizers, Dinner, Desert, & Presentations
FAREWELL RECEPTION
Mr. and Mrs. Armen and Maria Yeganian
Tuesday, June 6, 2017
From 7 pm to 9 pm
Embassy of the Republic of Armenia in Ottawa
7 Delaware Avenue,Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 0Z2
Helping kids understand genocide
Presentation at Ararat Armenian School
Sunday 07 May 2017, 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Aram Adjemian & Houri Hamboyan
ARMENIAN GENOCIDE REMEMBRANCE DAY
MONDAY 24 APRIL 2017
Ararat Armenian School – Dental Hygiene & Oral Health
Presented by: Dr. Nerces Bedrosyan
Sunday 02 April 2017 @ 11:30 AM
Oh Fatherland Cold and Sweet – Part Two
Friday, 17 March 2017 @ 7:30 PM
Hintonburg Community Center
1064 Wellington Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 2Y3
The screening of this documentary was well received by community members. Proceeds from the screening event amounted to $350. This money will be submitted to Hayastan Foundation Toronto in support of the Artsakh School effort. We will hopefully be able to screen part III in a year from now. Thank you again for all those who kindly helped to organize and support the event.
St. Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church of Ottawa
Divine Liturgy / Sourp Badarak
Sunday 5 March 2017 @ 5:00 PM
The Armenian Relief Society “SEVAN” Chapter of Ottawa
Mid-Lent Supper & International Women’s Day Celebration
Saturday 4 March 2017 @ 6:00 PM
ARARAT ARMENIAN SCHOOL – HARISA
Sunday 26 February 2017 @ 11:00 AM
St. Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church of Ottawa
Divine Liturgy / Sourp Badarak
Sunday 5 February 2017 @ 5:00 PM
St. Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church of Ottawa
Divine Liturgy / Sourp Badarak
Sunday 8 January 2017 @ 5:00 PM
OTTAWA ARMENIAN COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS BALL
Organized by
The Armenian Cultural Foundation of Ottawa
The Armenian Relief Society, Sevan Chapter of Ottawa
The Saint Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church of Ottawa
Satruday 7 January 2017 @ 6:00 PM
St. ELias Banquet Centre
750 Ridgewood Avenue, Ottawa
ARARAT ARMENIAN SCHOOL – CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION / HANTES
Sunday 17 December 2016 @ 11:00 AM
St. Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church of Ottawa
Divine Liturgy / Sourp Badarak
Sunday 11 December 2016 @ 5:00 PM
A.R.S. Sevan Chapter’s ANNUAL BAZAAR
The Armenian Relief Society “SEVAN” Chapter of Ottawa is pleased to invite everyone to the annual Bazaar and Bake sale.
Saturday 03 December 2016, 1:00pm to 3:30pm.
St. Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church of Ottawa
Divine Liturgy / Sourp Badarak
Sunday 20 November 2016 @ 5:00 PM
Screening of documentary “My unknown Fatherland”
Saturday 05 Novermber 2016 @ 2:00 PM
A.R.S. Sevan Chapter’s Thanksgiving Dinner
Saturday 22 October 2016 @ 6:00 PM
St. Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church of Ottawa
Divine Liturgy / Sourp Badarak
Sunday 16 October 2016 @ 5:00 PM
INDOOR YOUTH SOCCER
Every Friday, 14 October 2016 to 28 April 2017, 8:00 – 10:00 PM
Sir Winston Churchill Public School Gymnasium
49 Mulvagh Ave. Ottawa. ON, K2E 6M7
There is no proficiency requirements (proper indoor shoes for gymnasium).
Anyone (young in heart) who loves playing soccer is welcome.
Armenia Independance Day Celebration
Embassy of the Republic of Armenia to Canada
Wednesday 21 September 2016 @ 8:00 PM
Reception featuring Aremnian wines
Ararat Armenian School – Registration & Start of classes
Sunday 11 September 2016 @ 10:30 AM
The Annual General Meeting of ACAO/ACFO took place on September 11, 2016.
Nominated and elected as executive members for 2016-2017 are:
Varouj Boyadjian, President
Pascal Bandek, Vice President
Bedros Tchobanian, Treasurer
Berj Zakarian, Advisor
Raffi Kadehjian, Secretary
The Annual General Meeting of A.R.S. Sevan Chapter took place on September 6, 2016.
Nominated and elected as executive members for 2016-2017 are:
Sonia Bézikian Mouaikel. Chair Person
Vanda Kahkedjian Saghdejian, Vice chair
Nectar Badashian Zakarian, Treasurer
Maral Kaloustian Kadehjian, Secretary
Zarouhie Babikian Hodgins, Advisor
Patricia Mouaikel McInnis, Advisor
Talin Shirikjian Bandik, Advisor
LOCAL ARMENIAN BUSINESSES
